Chin Augmentation New York City and New Jersey

Beauty may only be skin deep. But, for centuries, well-defined facial features have been considered traits of physical beauty. A strong chin provides balance and definition. Possessing these features can even enhance your self-confidence. For those lacking these natural marks of distinction, make-up was their only alternative.

Now, thanks to modern technology, there is a safe, permanent method to correct a receding chin in men and women worldwide. Chin augmentation (mentoplasty) give New Jersey and New York City residents a more vibrant and attractive look of distinction. These procedures can also benefit those with asymmetries or congenital defects.

Frequent Asked Questions abut Chin Implants:

Are chin implants and chin implants safe?
Chin implants have proven to provide a safe, predictable, low-cost, low-risk cosmetic surgical procedure. To date, millions of facial implants made from non-toxic materials such as silicone and expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) have been implanted, with no reported cases of allergic reaction. The implants, designed specifically for use in the chin come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. These implants can be custom-trimmed by your surgeon for a more natural fit. Dr. John Mesa, a Board Certified Cosmetic Latin Plastic Surgeon always uses Medpore implants for chin augmentation due to their reliability and plasticity to adapt to the patients baseline anatomy.

How is chin implant plastic surgery in New Jersey and New York City performed?
Chin implantation procedures can be performed on an outpatient basis. They can be performed using general anesthesia with the patient asleep, or using a local anesthesia to numb the treated area while the patient remains awake.

How is chin implant plastic surgery performed?
New Jersey and New York City Board Certified Craniofacial and Cosmetic Latin Plastic Surgeon, Dr. John Mesa, MD will perform your chin implant plastic surgery under anesthesia. Depending on the site you have chosen for the implants, Dr. John Mesa, MD will make a small, inconspicuous incision before inserting the implant. During your consultation, you will discuss the best location to place the implants, and Dr. John Mesa, MD will explain which incision technique he will be using. Because Dr. John Mesa, MD takes such great care, most scarring is either not visible or very minimal, fading over time. Dr. Mesa is fellowship trained in Craniofacial Surgery at Michigan University, which gives him additional credentials, experience and knowledge to perform high quality plastic surgery of the face including facial implants.

How will I look after chin implant surgery?
Chin implant plastic surgery with New Jersey and New York City Board Certified Craniofacial and Cosmetic Latin Plastic Surgeon, Dr. John Mesa, MD is a safe and effective procedure that can enhance your confidence by freeing you from the emotional burden of an undefined chin, or a weak jaw. After your surgery with Dr. John Mesa, MD, a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is also fellowship trained as Craniofacial Surgeon, the structural appearance of your face will be more balanced and proportional, giving your face a more distinct, symmetrically pleasing look.

Practitioners like dentists and other doctors who are not formally residency-trained and Board Certified to perform chin implant plastic surgery have been found to suffer a much higher rate of complications, as it’s a side interest to them, and not a treatment they’re certified to do all day long. One of the most common complaints is minimal improvement, asymmetries, “operated look” (windshield blow appearance) etc.

Only a licensed professional with the knowledge, training and skills required to achieve optimum results should perform chin implant plastic surgery. Look for a plastic surgeon who is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and who has completed his training at some of the top residency and fellowship institutions.